Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chandler Elementary Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chandler Elementary Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chandler Elementary Community's student population of 411 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chandler Elementary Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chandler Elementary Community is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1384 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
61%
25%
Black
11%
10%
White
15%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandler Elementary Community's ranking?
Chandler Elementary Community is ranked #1384 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Chandler Elementary Community often compared to?
Chandler Elementary Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Hill Elementary School, Flagg Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Chandler Elementary Community?
411 students attend Chandler Elementary Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chandler Elementary Community students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chandler Elementary Community?
Chandler Elementary Community has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chandler Elementary Community offer ?
Chandler Elementary Community offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chandler Elementary Community part of?
Chandler Elementary Community is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Chandler Elementary Community located?
Chandler Elementary Community is located in the Piedmont neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Piedmont.
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